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With the identification and acceptance of more learning impairments and other mental and emotional disabilities, there has been an increase in the number of children who require special education. In these cases, there are several important legal consequences that affect the child, the family, and the school district.  

Here, Professor Mary Noe of St. John’s University addresses the litany of legal issues involved with special education law, including IDEA and resources available under the law. Professor Noe explores relevant Supreme Court decisions in addition to offering practical advice on how to tackle these matters.  

Learning Objectives:

I.     Understand the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 

II.    Recognize the applications of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

III.   Establish the legal requirements of Special Education Related Services

IV.   Identify the need for impartial hearings when reviewing IEPs 

V.    Address the need for tuition reimbursement when children are placed in private schools